Cristiano Ronaldo will miss Al-Nassr's Saudi Pro League fixture against Al-Ittihad on Friday. This marks his second consecutive absence, following his omission from Monday's 1-0 victory over Al-Riyadh. Reports suggest the Portuguese forward is boycotting matches due to dissatisfaction with the club's management and recent transfer activity.
Portuguese outlet A Bola reported Ronaldo's frustration stems from Al-Nassr's perceived lack of squad strengthening by the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF). This discontent has reportedly intensified following rival club Al-Hilal's acquisition of Karim Benzema, Ronaldo's former Real Madrid teammate.
The Saudi Pro League issued a statement to BBC Sport, asserting that "no individual – however significant – determines decisions beyond their own club". Fabrizio Romano also stated Ronaldo remains upset and will not play despite no injury. Sources indicate Ronaldo, aged 41, is now considering leaving Saudi Arabia in June, with Major League Soccer or a return to Europe as potential destinations.
